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The Next Wave of Ethereum Applications is Almost Here

Ethereum has been criticized by some for its lack of production-ready projects, but a number of dapps are now making significant progress.

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Post-Trade Giant NSD: Blockchain 'Useless' If Not Legally Binding

The NSD's director of innovation, Artem Duvanov, says blockchains are only useful when recording legally binding information.

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Will New Regulations Help or Hurt Bitcoin Startups in the Philippines?

Luis Buenaventura looks at new rules aimed at bitcoin firms in the Philippines, arguing that, cost burden aside, there's reason to be optimistic.

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Why Blockchain Firms Shouldn't Ignore New EU Cybersecurity Laws

Impending EU laws, although not aimed directly at the blockchain industry, could prove impactful to its practices, says attorney Jacek Czarnecki.

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Hardware Over Hard Forks: How Accenture Plans to End Blockchain's Security Debate

Can dedicated hardware bring institutions on board with blockchain in a way that consensus-driven hard forks can't? This company is betting on it.

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Deutsche Bank Analyst: Blockchain Could Have Prevented Soros Leaks

One Deutsche Bank analyst believes a recent, unwanted financial disclosure could have been prevented with blockchain tech.

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Blockchain Venture Test Will Have to Wait With Mainstreet Launch Delay

One of bitcoin's first evangelists is launching an ICO, but investors may be wary of issues over the funding model.

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Forex Giants Trading Bitcoin? In Japan That Might Be Months Away

When new legislation becomes law later this year, Japan's blockchain market will see financial giants come on board, industry insiders tell CoinDesk.

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Blockchain Firms Aim For Hedge Funds, But is There a Better Target?

While blockchain startups are targeting the hedge fund industry, venture capital may be a better place to focus efforts, says Noelle Acheson.

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Are Bitcoin Traders Planning for an ETF Approval?

Are traders pricing in the SEC's upcoming decision on the Winklevoss bitcoin ETF? We asked experts from across the industry.

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